Local school district had second highest local purchasing percentage of local food at 26% The Agency of Education in partnership with The Agency of Agriculture, Food and Markets recognized five supervisory unions (SU/SDs) that have achieved the highest percentage levels of local purchasing through The Local Foods Incentive Grant program established in 2021. The efforts…

  By Katy Savage Months after a dozen Killington search and rescue members quit or were fired, claiming new Fire Chief Chris LaHart created a toxic work environment, several longtime firefighters have follow suit, citing similar issues. In total, 25 people have left the department — at least three said they were fired. They include…

  Chet Hagenbarth to become public works director overseeing TIF By Polly Mikula On Monday night, June 12, the Killington Select Board announced that current Town Manager Chet Hagenbarth would be stepping out of that role and into a new one as the public works director. “We need to move someone over into this position…

  While many area residents and visitors sadly noted the end of the ski season, others are rejoicing that summer is finally here. We’re the ones who counted the days until we could enjoy Vermont’s picturesque scenery, quaint downtowns, and abundant arts offerings – in comfortable sandals and sundresses. There are older adults reading this,…

Remembrance for Clary Jonker to be held June 10 A remembrance will be held for Clary Jonker on Saturday, June 10 from 3-5 p.m. at the Killington Welcome Center.  There will be drinks, hors d’oeuvres and share memories of Clary.  If you plan to attend,  view and RSVP to the evite online at tinyurl.com/claryjonker or…

  By Katy Savage​ An 1840s mercantile that once supported the agricultural community back when Rochester was dominated by   farms and the logging industry, has been transformed into an inn. ​ The Stable Inn in Rochester opened in May after five years of renovation and development.  A grand opening celebration is scheduled for June…

  By Erin Petenko/VTDigger The Vermont Department of Environmental Conservation issued an air quality advisory on Monday afternoon, June 5, warning the poor air quality could be dangerous for at-risk groups. Wildfire smoke from Quebec was reported as far as the Upper Valley on Tuesday morning, June 6. Widespread fires in Alberta, Nova Scotia, Quebec and…

  LEICESTER— One man was killed and a second was injured in a shooting Sunday night, June 4, in Leicester. Police said the shooting was a targeted act directed at the victims, and there is no broader threat to the general public. State police responded after they received a 911 call reporting a disturbance on Route…

Registration for gift-of-life blood drive now open Appointments are now available for the third annual Pete Giancola Gift-of-Life Mini Marathon Blood Drive, which will be held July 11 at Noel’s at the Franklin Events Center and the Rutland Elks Lodge.  Vermont’s second-largest blood drive, after the winter Gift-of-Life Marathon, is intended to help replenish supplies…

Says immigration is a possible opportunity during visit to Rutland By Curt Peterson Gov. Phil Scott spoke to an audibly supportive crowd at Rutland’s Southside Steak House Monday morning, June 5, hosted by the Chamber and Economic Development of the Rutland Region (CEDRR).  Scott cited the state’s economic challenges, including a shrinking workforce, student depopulation…

  By Katy Savage After more than a year-long wait, developers were granted a permit to start phase one of a  102-unit ski on, ski off housing development in Killington.  The developer, Ottauquechee Realty Associates, LLC, was awarded an Act 250 permit for Phase 1 of the three-phase project on June 1, pending a 30…

  Staff report  Parking rates and fines are going up in Rutland.  The Board of Aldermen unanimously voted on Monday, June 5 to increase the meter rates to $1.50 per hour, up from 50 cents an hour.  The board also voted 6-4 to double fines to $30 for an expired meter. A second violation would…

  New snowmaking technology and a passionate team helped make it possible By Brooke Geery Most people don’t associate skiing and snowboarding with the month of June, but at Killington Resort, it’s always the goal. That being said, it’s no easy feat. Ask anyone who showed up on June 4 last year and they’re sure…

  By Lola Duffort/VTDigger With close to 3,000 unhoused Vermonters slated to leave a state-run motel program in two waves over the spring and summer and local shelters already full, the state is beginning to sketch out an emergency response — by looking outside Vermont’s borders for a solution. The Agency of Human Services on Wednesday,…

   The Vermont Fish and Wildlife Department (VTF&W) is increasing outreach efforts to encourage Vermont residents and visitors to get ahead of an anticipated jump in bear conflicts this June.  “Last year, we saw reported bear incidents spike from 206 in May to 473 in June,” said the department’s Black Bear Project Lead Biologist Jaclyn…